A rule of thumb: count on one security officer per 100 guests for a private, low-risk event. For a party with an open bar or an event in public space, the minimum is one per 50 guests. For special circumstances like a dignitary or a politically sensitive theme, bring in a specialised service. Security personnel must be certified: in the Netherlands a security diploma at MBO level 2 minimum is required. Always ask about certification before you hire a security company.
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